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Minibus Driver
Zero Hours Contract
January 2025
£15.10 per hour + excellent benefits
Everything we do is about empowerment.
At St Mary’s School in Cambridge, you can be YOU. We’re a unique school community that celebrates diversity and blends different languages, cultures and perspectives to create a true microcosm of the world.
We are seeking a number of conscientious minibus drivers, for both morning and afternoon shifts to drive our students to and from our school campuses on Chaucer Road and Bateman Street and to and from our designated transport destinations.
The post is term-time only (35 weeks per year), working Monday to Friday.
The hours are slightly flexible but generally run between the following hours:
- Morning: 7.00am-9.00am
- Afternoon: 4.00pm-6.00pm.
Additional driving may be available on an ad hoc basis.
Applicants must be at least 21 years and have held a clean full driving license for more than 12 months.Having a driving licence with a D1 category is an advantage.
How to apply
Job Description
If you have any questions, please contact the HR Team by email: hr@stmaryscambridge.co.uk or call: 01223 353253.
Closing date: Open end
Interview date: To be confirmed; immediate start in January 2025
We will review applications on receipt. Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date and we reserve the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made.
Spanish Language Assistant
Zero Hours Contract - Term Time only
£15.26 per hour
If you are passionate about modern foreign languages, this role is for you!
The Spanish Language Assistant will be a well organised and engaging Spanish speaker who will assist Key Stage 4 (Years 10-11) and Key Stage 5 (Years 12-13) pupils to develop their Spanish language speaking skills. They will work with small groups at GCSE and individually with A Level Spanish students and help them prepare for their speaking examinations. The person appointed will have a genuine enthusiasm for the subject and will generate a high degree of motivation in all pupils and actively promote Spanish throughout the School.
How to apply
Job Description
Interviews will be conducted in person, and they will explore candidates’ suitability to work with children. Candidates are required to bring with them the necessary ID documentation and any relevant qualification certificate(s), all of which must be originals. Further information of the interview format will be provided if you are shortlisted for interview.
If you have any question, please contact the HR Team by email: hr@stmaryscambridge.co.uk or call: 01223 353253.
Closing date for applications: Sunday 16 February 2025
Interviews: We will interview on reception of suitable applications
We will review applications on receipt. Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date and we reserve the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made.
Assistant Head Teaching & Learning
April or September 2025
Permanent contract
Salary Competitive
St Mary’s School is looking to appoint an outstanding current academic middle leader (from any subject speciality) to continue to drive forward the next stages of the School’s Teaching & Learning development plan, supporting the strategic aims to create a unique, successful and outstanding school. The ideal candidate would be able to start in April 2025, but a September 2025 start date will be considered for the right candidate.
At St Mary’s School in Cambridge, you can be YOU. That’s equally true whether you study here or teach here. Because we’re all about empowering people and celebrating their differences. We value our girls for their confidence and curiosity, their community spirit, their agile minds and their resilience and drive. We do whatever it takes to create an atmosphere where girls can thrive and feel fulfilled and enriched – all the way from age 3 to 18.
In return, you will enjoy an exceptional career and comprehensive benefits including a contributory pension scheme, 33% discount (pro rata for part-time staff) on school fees, BUPA cash plan, an occupational sickness scheme, free lunches and refreshments, a season ticket discount and much more.
Interested? Then apply immediately.
How to apply
Job Description
Closing date for applications: 08:00 Monday 13 January 2025
Interviews: week commencing Monday 20 January 2025
We will review applications on receipt. Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date and we reserve the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made.
Receptionist
January 2025
Term time only, full time or part time hours considered
Permanent Contract
£12.86 per hour (£26,750 FTE)
The salary for full time hours, term time only equals to £21,400
Hours of work as follows:
The reception opening hours are between 7am and 6pm. The team work on a rota system, either on a full time or part time basis. This is a term time only role.
Everything we do is about empowerment.
At St Mary’s School in Cambridge, you can be YOU. We’re a unique school community that celebrates diversity and blends different languages, cultures and perspectives to create a true microcosm of the world.
We require a receptionist to join our team of receptionists at the School to deliver a positive and distinctive customer experience and provide a welcoming and professional image of the school to every pupil, parent or visitor.
The successful candidate will have a proficient understanding of Microsoft Office, well-developed written and verbal communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills and have the ability to handle confidential and sensitive information in a professional and conscientious manner.
Key duties include – but not limited to:
· Greeting visitors, ensuring they feel welcome and their requirements are met or enquiries responded to as quickly as possible.
· Ensuring all visitors (going beyond reception) sign in and out of the building, are provided with an identity badge and are met by the relevant member of staff in line with our visitor and health and safety policies.
· Dealing with enquiries from visitors, parents and staff (by phone and email), including problem solving, follow up and handover to ensure all matters are dealt with promptly and appropriately.
· Assist with student enquiries and student welfare, liaising with parents and staff.
· Deal with routine enquiries for factual information about the school and direct to the relevant staff.
· Ensure the reception desk and cortile areas reflect an attractive, professional image at all times.
· Collating pupil registration daily.
· Report pupil absences and lateness, locating pupils where necessary.
· Ensuring the fire register is updated and following reception staff protocol should the fire alarm sound.
· Keep abreast of events for the school day, so able to advise on school trips, sports fixtures etc.
· Receive, sign for and direct incoming deliveries.
· Ensure all electronic and hard copy filing is in place.
· Assist with administrative and clerical support to the Senior School staff.
· Accessing the school’s database and St Mary’s Cloud for information.
· Ordering stationery and supplies and distribute accordingly.
· Assisting and covering reprographics when necessary, including distribution of incoming/outgoing post.
Job Description
How to apply
Closing date for applications: 09:00am Monday 20th January 2025
Interviews: To be confirmed
We reserve the right to withdraw the position at anytime.
Food Service Assistant x2
January 2025
35 hours per week, Monday to Friday; Term Time only
Permanent Contract
£17,823 (FTE £25,461) plus excellent benefits
Everything we do is about empowerment.
At St Mary’s School in Cambridge, you can be YOU. We’re a unique school community that celebrates diversity and blends different languages, cultures and perspectives to create a true microcosm of the world.
Looking for your next catering role? Want to improve your work life balance?
Catering for a prestigious independent school in central Cambridge, our dining offer provides fresh, nutritional food for approx. 350 pupils and 120 staff on a daily basis as well as ad hoc hospitality.
We are seeking a dedicated Food Service Assistant (FSA) to manage and support the front-of-house operations for the catering team. In this vital role, the FSA will ensure that all food service areas are clean, organised and welcoming, whilst delivering high-quality customer service to students, staff and visitors. The role also involves assisting with afternoon event setups and ensuring that events run smoothly and professionally. You will be working closely with the Chef Manager and the kitchen team to ensure seamless operation and a high level of customer satisfaction. This is a key role in supporting the success of the School functions, grab-and-go services and catering events.
Key duties include – but not limited to:
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General kitchen tasks and duties.
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Adherence to food safety regulations and allergy guidelines.
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Support event catering for functions, including fine dining and summer programmes.
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All legal documentation kept electronically and up to date.
This position is ideal for someone seeking a consistent part-time role that offers a balanced schedule with afternoons free. The term-time nature of the position allows for flexibility during school holidays, making it a great opportunity for someone seeking work-life balance while being part of a dedicated and professional team in a supportive environment.
Please note that as a successful candidate, you will need to undertake a DBS check.
Interested? Then apply immediately.
How to apply
Job Description
Closing date for applications: Sunday 5th January 2025
Interviews: 9th or 10th January 2025
We reserve the right to withdraw the position at anytime.